Yeḥiel Kimhi
1935–2017 (age 82)
Biography
Translator Yeḥiel Kimhi served as a bridge between languages, carefully rendering texts so that poetry, essays, and stories resonated across cultural lines. He approached every work with reverence, seeking not only literal accuracy but also the tone and soul of the author.
Through his tireless efforts, readers gained access to new worlds, and fellow translators remember him as a mentor who loved to discuss the choices that shape a meaningful translation.